Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Migration Advice Australia How to migrate to Australia ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://migration-advice.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Australian Migration Update: September 2026 Reforms Explained](https://migration-advice.com/australian-migration-update-september-2026-reforms-explained/) - Breaking down recent changes in Australian migration law: Student visas, Working Holiday ballot changes, visitor visa restrictions, and processing shifts. - [Australian Partner Visa From the UK: What Evidence Do You Need](https://migration-advice.com/australian-partner-visa-from-uk/) - Applying for an Australian Partner visa (309/100) from the UK? What your evidence file needs, from a UK-based registered migration agent with 19+ years. - [Working Holiday 2026: Country Caps & Processing Times](https://migration-advice.com/working-holiday-2026/) - Australian Working Holiday Visa 2026: Country cap status, processing slowdown updates, and lodgement rules. Official info from Department of Home Affairs. - [ACT Skilled Migration Program Update—What You Need to Know](https://migration-advice.com/act-skilled-migration-update-2026/) - ACT's new migration portal is live with updated nomination guidelines. Key changes to costs, Matrix ranking, and processing. Read before you act. - [How Skilled Visa Processing Priorities Are Changing From July 2026](https://migration-advice.com/ministerial-direction-119-skilled-visa-processing-priorities-2026/) - Ministerial Direction 119 reshapes skilled visa processing. Onshore applicants now prioritised. Check if your pathway is affected. Assessments available. - [TAS 2026-27 Skilled Migration Update: What It Means For You](https://migration-advice.com/tasmania-skilled-migration-update-2026-27/) - Tasmania announced 2050 skilled migration places for 2026-27. Subclass 190 and 491 allocations increased. Learn the risks before you act. - [Australian Partner Visa Fees Increased July 1, 2026: How Much More & Who Pays What](https://migration-advice.com/australian-partner-visa-fees-increased-2026/) - Partner Visa charges rose to A$11,000+ July 2026. Understand new fees, timelines, and avoid costly mistakes before lodging. - [Australian Partner Visa: Do You Really Need 12 Months Together? What the 12-Month Rule Actually Says](https://migration-advice.com/australian-partner-visa-12-month-rule/) - Professional partner visa document check by OMARA agent. Avoid refusal with expert review of your evidence. UK, EU & global clients. Get a quote today. - [Could you become an Australian citizen?](https://migration-advice.com/could-you-become-an-australian-citizen/) - Discover lesser-known pathways to Australian citizenship, including options for those born before 1986 and descendants of former citizens. - [Upcoming Changes to Australian Visa Program](https://migration-advice.com/upcoming-changes-to-australian-visa-program/) - Find out about the latest updates on Australia's skilled visa programs, such as the new Skills in Demand (SID) Visa and National Innovation Visa (NIV). - [Update on State Nominated Migration](https://migration-advice.com/update-on-state-nominated-migration/) - August 19, 2024 — Since the beginning of the Australian new financial year on July 1, several states have re-opened their skilled migration program. - [State Nomination Update: Australian Capital Territory (Act)](https://migration-advice.com/state-nomination-update-australian-capital-territory-act/) - Last week the ACT issued an update on their state nomination program for this financial year.In the financial year 2022/23 the ACT has received 2025 nomination places for each, the Skilled Nominated Visa (190) and the Skilled Work Regional Visa (491). In addition, the ACT also had 10 nomination places for the Business Innovation and - [WA closes skilled State Nomination program 2021-22](https://migration-advice.com/wa-closes-skilled-state-nomination-program-2021-22/) - Last week the Government of WA announced that WA has met its skilled migration quota for 2021/22 and will subsequently shut down the program for the remainder of this financial year. The program will re-open in July 2022 when the Department of Home Affairs has allocated new places.Candidates who have been approved but are still - [2022-23 Financial Year State Nomination Update: Tasmania](https://migration-advice.com/2022-23-financial-year-state-nomination-update-tasmania/) - The Tasmanian government has announced a number of key changes to the 2022 /23 Skilled State Nomination Program. At this stage on commencement date has been announced. The program remains closed until further notice.Key changes to come, are:For overseas applicantsInvitation only: applicants will be able to register an expression of interest and only those who - [State Nominations update](https://migration-advice.com/state-nominations-update/) - The Department of Home Affairs has now finished planning and allocated an interim number of places. As a result, the states have started publishing their new criteria for the regional migration intake for this financial year.The following States are open and are accepting applications or registrations of interest from suitable candidates:VictoriaTasmaniaAustralian Capital TerritoryNorthern TerritoryWestern AustraliaQueenslandNSW - [Skilled Visas 190/491 – Update on WA Nominations](https://migration-advice.com/skilled-visas-190-491-update-on-wa-nominations/) - To apply for a State nominated skilled visa you must be nominated by a State or Territory such as the Government of Western Australia (WA). State-nominated skilled visas are the permanent Skilled Nominated Visa (s/c 190) or the provisional Skilled Work Regional visa (s/c 491).In the last few months, WA has received an overwhelming amount - [State Nomination Updates: South Australia](https://migration-advice.com/state-nomination-updates-south-australia/) - SA announced that it will close its State Migration program to new applicants on the 8th June 2023 for the remainder of this financial year.Affected are:General Skilled Migration Applications (RoI)General Skilled Migration Applications (s/c 190 & s/c 491 applications)Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) Entrepreneur Stream (s/c 188E)Any applications on the system which haven’t been ## Pages - [Trusted Australian Migration Advice from a UK-Based MARA Agent](https://migration-advice.com/) - Registered Australian migration agent since 2006 (MARN: 0640631). Partner visa, parent visa & skilled migration advice from UK. Book your strategy assessment. - [Australian Visa News & Resources – Professional Insights You Can Trust](https://migration-advice.com/news/) - Stay informed with timely updates on Australian visa news. Discover trusted insights, expert tips, and guidance from a registered MARA agent to help you navigate your migration journey with confidence. - [Australian Partner Visa Assistance – Secure your future together](https://migration-advice.com/australian-partner-visa-assistance/) - Professional partner visa document check by OMARA agent. Avoid refusal with expert review of your evidence. UK, EU & global clients. Get a quote today. - [Skilled Migration Visa Assessment](https://migration-advice.com/skilled-migration-assessment/) - Get an honest skilled visa eligibility assessment from a MARA registered agent. £150 consultation, credited on full service. 19+ years experience. Book now. - [Australian Parent Visas – Early Application Strategy](https://migration-advice.com/australian-parent-visas/) - Australian parent visa processing takes 15+ years. Plan early for Subclass 143 visas, apply while working, bridge with Temporary Sponsored visa (870). Book your strategy assessment. - [Find The Right Australian Visa – Expert Help For Your Journey](https://migration-advice.com/visas/) - Explore Australian visa options with expert guidance from a registered MARA agent. Clear advice to help you choose the right visa and apply with confidence. - [Speak with a registered MARA Agent – Get tailored Australian visa advice](https://migration-advice.com/contact/) - Contact a registered MARA agent for tailored Australian visa advice. Get clear, trusted guidance for your migration questions, applications, and next steps. - [About Migration Advice Australia – Registered Migration Agent](https://migration-advice.com/about/) - 19+ years helping families reunite in Australia. 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